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🎭 Congratulations to all involved in a truly ma

🎭 Congratulations to all involved in a truly magical 2025 season of The Nutcracker at The Concourse Theatre this weekend! 🎄

A packed auditorium expressed enormous delight, appreciation, and applause for the outstanding performances throughout the season.
Congratulations to each and every young artist who performed so beautifully and brought such joy to the audience — we are so incredibly proud of you all.

It was a privilege to welcome such stunning special guest artists from The Australian Ballet, who performed the roles of the Nutcracker Prince and the grand pas de deux of Sugar Plum Fairy and Prince. A heartfelt thank you to Benedicte Bemet, Brett Chynoweth, Yuumi Yamada, Hugo Dumapit and Charlton Tough who delighted and thrilled the audience with their superb performances. Your artistry was truly inspiring for our young dancers.

Thank you also to all of our adult performers and our wonderful featured artists — with fabulous performances by guest artist Josef Brown as Drosselmeyer, Liz Perez as Mother, and Elliot Bourke as Father.

We are deeply grateful to the many incredible people who brought this production to life. Thank you to the entire team who staged the show. So many teachers, staff, and volunteers contributed — from staging and choreography to costume making, organisation, and backstage crew. Your dedication and care made the production look absolutely spectacular. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ♥️

A very special thank you to our Artistic Team — Gilli O’Connell, Lisa-Maree Cullum, Karina Hernandez, and Emma-Jane Morton — for your exceptional work and attention to detail. The dancers truly shone under your guidance.

Thank you to Tony for your amazing support and help with constructing and setting up the stage sets.

And heartfelt thanks to Kim Peade for your wonderful lighting expertise and for being such an incredible support to our productions over the past 13 years. We truly cannot thank you enough.

Wishing all our TPA families a very Merry Christmas and a restful, joyful holiday break.

With gratitude,
Xanthe & Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance

We are delighted to welcome The Australian Ballet

We are delighted to welcome The Australian Ballet Guest Artists Yuumi Yamada (Senior Artist) and Hugo Dumapit (Coryphée) to our full-length production of The Nutcracker at The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood.

It is a privilege to have such outstanding artists joining our production. Yuumi Yamada brings refined artistry and musical sensitivity to the stage, while Hugo Dumapit’s dynamic presence and growing artistry make him an exciting performer to watch in this much-loved Christmas classic.

Performance details:
Saturday 20 December – 6 pm
Sunday 21 December – 2 pm

Performing alongside the dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, this festive production celebrates the tradition, magic and joy of The Nutcracker.

Tickets available:
https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

#TheNutcracker #AustralianBalletGuestArtists #YuumiYamada #HugoDumapit #SeniorArtist Coryphee TanyaPearsonAcademy TheConcourseTheatre

We are thrilled to welcome The Australian Ballet P

We are thrilled to welcome The Australian Ballet Principal Artists, Benedicte Bemet and Brett Chynoweth, performing the iconic roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Prince in our full-length production of The Nutcracker at The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood.

It is a great honour to welcome such distinguished artists to our production, as Benedicte Bemet and Brett Chynoweth bring exceptional artistry and presence to these much-loved roles.

Performance details:
Saturday 20 December – 2.00 pm
Sunday 21 December – 6.00 pm

Performing alongside the dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, this festive production celebrates the magic and tradition of this beloved Christmas classic.

Tickets available:
https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

#TheNutcracker #AustralianBalletGuestArtists #PrincipalArtists #BenedicteBemet #BrettChynoweth SugarPlumFairy ThePrince TanyaPearsonAcademy TheConcourseTheatre

🌟 Special Guest Artist – The Nutcracker 🌟

🌟 Special Guest Artist – The Nutcracker 🌟

We are delighted to welcome Josef Brown as Special Guest Artist in this year’s production of The Nutcracker, appearing in the captivating role of Drosselmeyer.

A former Soloist with The Australian Ballet, Josef’s distinguished career spans leading dance companies and stages in Australia and internationally. His work includes performances with Modern Dans Topluluğu in Ankara, Sydney Dance Company, and acclaimed musical theatre roles, including Johnny Castle in Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage.

Josef’s versatility also extends to screen, with notable appearances in Dance Academy, Spartacus: Gods of the Arena, Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries, and Neighbours. Beyond performance, he has contributed widely as a writer, producer, choreographer and passionate arts advocate.

Drawing on this rich and diverse career across dance, theatre and screen, Josef brings exceptional depth, charisma and dramatic presence to the role of Drosselmeyer. His performance adds a powerful and theatrical dimension to this much-loved Christmas classic.

Final tickets are now available for this magical full-length production at The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood, featuring Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists of The Australian Ballet alongside the dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy.
December 20 & 21 | 2 pm and 6 pm

Book now: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

#TheNutcracker #JosefBrown #Drosselmeyer #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet ChristmasBallet TheConcourseTheatre

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

🌟 Best Wishes for The Nutcracker Season! 🌟

To our wonderful students, dedicated teachers, hardworking staff, talented guest artists, and supportive families — this upcoming weekend of performances is a celebration of the incredible energy, commitment, and passion you have all poured into The Nutcracker.

Our first dress rehearsal at the studios was simply beautiful, and it has been so special to see everything come together so seamlessly. With our second dress rehearsal tomorrow, the excitement is truly building as we prepare to take this production to the stage.

Every rehearsal, every detail behind the scenes, and every moment of teamwork has contributed to something truly magical. We are deeply grateful for the dedication and energy each of you has given to make this production such a success.

As the curtain rises, we wish you all the very best. Enjoy every moment on stage, perform with confidence, and know that your hard work and artistry already shine so brightly.

All four shows are soon to be sold out, so be quick to get the last tickets available!

Performances:
📅 December 20 & December 21
⏰ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM
📍 The Concourse

For more details, please visit: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

Thank you for your commitment and for making this production so special. We are incredibly proud of you all. Chookas! 🩰🎄

Xanthe and Gregor

#Nutcracker2025 #BalletMagic #TanyaPearsonAcademy #HolidayTradition #BalletPerformance #CelebrateTheArts

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟 We are thrill

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟
We are thrilled to welcome Charlton Tough, Artist with The Australian Ballet, as one of our featured guest artists in this year’s production of The Nutcracker!

Growing up in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Charlton began his dance journey in 2011 at the age of seven at the Utassy Ballet School under the mentorship of Sue Hayes. Showing early promise, he joined The Melbourne City Youth Ballet in 2015 under Yuiko Masukawa, before commencing formal training at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School in 2017.

Charlton’s commitment, talent and artistic maturity were recognised when he was accepted into The Australian Ballet School in 2019, graduating as Dux of the School in 2023. A career highlight came early in 2016 when he joined the cast of Houston Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet during their Melbourne season—an experience shared with Andrew Murphy, who later became one of his teachers at The Australian Ballet School.

In 2024, Charlton proudly joined The Australian Ballet, bringing his refined technique, focus and expressive performance quality to Australia’s national company.

This December, Charlton will perform alongside Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists of The Australian Ballet, together with the talented dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, in a spectacular full-length production of The Nutcracker certain to delight audiences of all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December | 2 pm & 6 pm
📍 The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood
🎫 Tickets on sale now: https://cntury.co/CON25_THENUTCRACKER

✨ Stay tuned for more exciting announcements about our incredible line-up of guest artists — the magic continues! ✨

📸 Photo by Niv Novak
#CharltonTough #TheNutcracker #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet #theconcourse

We are thrilled to invite all friends, families, a

We are thrilled to invite all friends, families, and guests to the Adult Ballet & Dance Showcase 2025!

Experience the passion and dedication of our talented adult dancers as they perform famous excerpts from classical, contemporary, and Chinese dance works.

📅 Date: Sunday, 14 December 2025
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Performance Studios, Tanya Pearson Arts Centre

Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating the beauty and joy of ballet, dance, and cultural expression!

🎟 Secure your tickets today:
https://www.trybooking.com/DICHU

ℹ️ Learn more about our vibrant Adult Ballet community:
https://tanyapearsonacademy.com.au/adult-ballet-academy/

#AdultBalletAcademy #AdultBalletClasses #AdultBalletSydney #TanyaPearsonAcademy #adultballetshowcase

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟 We are deligh

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟
We are delighted to welcome Hugo Dumapit, Artist with The Australian Ballet, as one of our featured guest artists in this year’s production of The Nutcracker!

Born in Sydney, New South Wales, Hugo began dancing at the age of four. His diverse training spans more than a decade and includes The Hills Dance Factory, McDonald College, and The Australian Ballet School. In 2022, Hugo was thrilled to officially join The Australian Ballet, bringing to the company his passion, artistry and vibrant stage presence. In 2023, he was promoted to Coryphée, recognising his growing artistry and standout performances.

This December, Hugo will appear alongside Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists of The Australian Ballet, together with the talented dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, in a spectacular full-length performance of The Nutcracker certain to enchant audiences of all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December | 2 pm & 6 pm
📍 The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood
🎫 Tickets on sale now: https://www.theconcourse.com.au/event/nutcracker/

✨ Stay tuned for more exciting announcements about our incredible line-up of guest artists — the magic continues! ✨

📸 Photos courtesy of The Australian Ballet
#HugoDumapit #TheNutcracker #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet #theconcourse

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Specia

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Special Guest Artist at the Tanya Pearson Academy this December.

Throughout his residency, Medhi worked closely with our Full-Time and Transition students, offering them invaluable coaching grounded in his refined French technique, combined with the depth of experience gained from his international career with the Paris Opera Ballet School, English National Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet and Nice Opera Ballet.

His emphasis on precision, musicality and artistry had an immediate impact in the studio. Our students were inspired and motivated by his clarity, professionalism and the generosity with which he shared his craft.

Thank you, Medhi, for the inspiration, knowledge and warmth you brought to our Academy. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year for further masterclasses and private coaching.

#TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPA #BalletTraining #FullTimeDance #TransitionProgram #GuestArtist #MedhiAngot #FrenchTechnique #ProfessionalCoaching #DanceExcellence #SydneyDance #BalletEducation #FutureArtists #InternationalGuestTeacher

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Specia

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Special Guest Artist at the Tanya Pearson Academy this December.

Throughout his residency, Medhi worked closely with our Full-Time and Transition students, offering them invaluable coaching grounded in his refined French technique, combined with the depth of experience gained from his international career with the Paris Opera Ballet School, English National Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet and Nice Opera Ballet.

His emphasis on precision, musicality and artistry had an immediate impact in the studio. Our students were inspired and motivated by his clarity, professionalism and the generosity with which he shared his craft.

Thank you, Medhi, for the inspiration, knowledge and warmth you brought to our Academy. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year for further masterclasses and private coaching.

#TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPA #BalletTraining #FullTimeDance #TransitionProgram #GuestArtist #MedhiAngot #FrenchTechnique #ProfessionalCoaching #DanceExcellence #SydneyDance #BalletEducation #FutureArtists #InternationalGuestTeacher

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Specia

We were honoured to host Medhi Angot as our Special Guest Artist at the Tanya Pearson Academy this December.

Throughout his residency, Medhi worked closely with our Full-Time and Transition students, offering them invaluable coaching grounded in his refined French technique, combined with the depth of experience gained from his international career with the Paris Opera Ballet School, English National Ballet, Royal New Zealand Ballet and Nice Opera Ballet.

His emphasis on precision, musicality and artistry had an immediate impact in the studio. Our students were inspired and motivated by his clarity, professionalism and the generosity with which he shared his craft.

Thank you, Medhi, for the inspiration, knowledge and warmth you brought to our Academy. We look forward to welcoming you back in the new year for further masterclasses and private coaching.

#TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPA #BalletTraining #FullTimeDance #TransitionProgram #GuestArtist #MedhiAngot #FrenchTechnique #ProfessionalCoaching #DanceExcellence #SydneyDance #BalletEducation #FutureArtists #InternationalGuestTeacher

We are delighted to welcome Medhi Angot as our Spe

We are delighted to welcome Medhi Angot as our Special Guest Artist this December at the Tanya Pearson Academy.

Medhi will be working closely with our Full-Time and Transition students, offering them a valuable opportunity to benefit from his extensive expertise and international experience.

This guest residency highlights our commitment to ensuring that exceptional training opportunities are an integral part of the regular program for our students, delivered alongside our esteemed faculty throughout the year.

About Medhi Angot

Born in France and trained at the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School, Medhi’s career took flight when he joined the English National Ballet in London at just 17 years old. He performed as a soloist in many of the company’s celebrated productions before moving to the Royal New Zealand Ballet, where he danced principal roles over a period of five years.

In 2013, Medhi returned to France as a Principal Dancer with the Nice Opera Ballet, establishing himself in both classical and contemporary repertoire.
In 2021, he joined the New Zealand School of Dance as a permanent Classical tutor, bringing his depth of knowledge and artistic insight to the next generation of dancers.

Since April 2023, Medhi has been in high demand as a freelance ballet coach and consultant. He prepares students for elite international competitions including the Prix de Lausanne and the Youth America Grand Prix, and continues to share his expertise as a guest teacher with the Royal New Zealand Ballet.

We are honoured to have Medhi Angot with us this December and look forward to the inspiration, artistry and professionalism he will bring to our students.

#TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPA #BalletTraining #FullTimeDance #TransitionProgram #GuestArtist #MedhiAngot #ProfessionalCoaching #DanceExcellence #SydneyDance #BalletEducation #FutureArtists #InternationalGuestTeacher

World Ballet Day ✨ Today our Full Time Academy s

World Ballet Day ✨
Today our Full Time Academy students performed in front of friends and family in a special celebration of their dedication, passion and talent. 💫

Congratulations to all our dancers for their gorgeous performances and to our wonderful faculty for their guidance, inspiration and commitment in nurturing the next generation of artists.

What a beautiful way to honour the art of ballet on this special day! 🩰🤍

#WorldBalletDay #TPA #TanyaPearsonAcademy #FullTimeTraining #Ballet #Dance #Inspiration

World Ballet Day ✨ Today our Full Time Academy s

World Ballet Day ✨
Today our Full Time Academy students performed in front of friends and family in a special celebration of their dedication, passion and talent. 💫

Congratulations to all our dancers for their gorgeous performances and to our wonderful faculty for their guidance, inspiration and commitment in nurturing the next generation of artists.

What a beautiful way to honour the art of ballet on this special day! 🩰🤍

#WorldBalletDay #TPA #TanyaPearsonAcademy #FullTimeTraining #Ballet #Dance #Inspiration

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟 We are delig

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟

We are delighted to welcome Yuumi Yamada, Senior Artist of The Australian Ballet, as one of our featured guest artists in this year’s production of The Nutcracker!

Born in Ami, Japan, Yuumi began her training at the Sakurai Classical Ballet Studio before moving to Melbourne at the age of 16 to study at The Australian Ballet School. She toured with The Dancers Company in 2015 and joined The Australian Ballet in 2017. Yuumi was promoted to Coryphée in 2018, Soloist in 2021, and Senior Artist in 2023.

Yuumi’s repertoire includes many iconic roles, such as Clara in The Nutcracker, the Fairy of Musicality in The Sleeping Beauty, Swanilda in Coppélia, and the Second Pas de Deux in William Forsythe’s Artifact Suite. Her refined technique and radiant presence make her one of the company’s most captivating emerging stars.

This December, Yuumi will join Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists from The Australian Ballet, together with the talented dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, for a spectacular full-length performance of The Nutcracker that will enchant audiences of all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December | 2 pm & 6 pm
📍 The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood
🎫 Tickets on sale now: https://cntury.co/CON25_THENUTCRACKER

✨ Stay tuned for further announcements about our amazing line up of special guest artists for this upcoming production — there’s more magic to come! ✨

📸 Photos courtesy of The Australian Ballet

#YuumiYamada #TheNutcracker #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet #theconcourse

🎃 Halloween Fun at Tanya Pearson Academy! 👻

🎃 Halloween Fun at Tanya Pearson Academy! 👻
Our students had such a fun time dressing up creatively for Halloween last Friday — and even our faculty joined in! The studios were filled with colour, laughter and plenty of Halloween spirit.

#TanyaPearsonAcademy #Halloween2025

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟 We are delig

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟

We are delighted to welcome Brett Chynoweth, Principal Artist of The Australian Ballet, as one of our featured guest artists in this year’s production of The Nutcracker!

Born on Wurundjeri Country (Naarm/Melbourne), Brett began dancing at the age of five before training at The Australian Ballet School, where he was awarded the prestigious Dr HC (Nuggett) Coombes Travelling Scholarship, allowing him to study in New York and Toronto. He joined The Australian Ballet in 2009 and was promoted to Principal Artist in 2018 on his hometown stage.

Brett has performed leading roles across both classical and contemporary repertoire, including Romeo and Juliet, Don Quixote, Swan Lake, and The Sleeping Beauty, and has appeared as a Guest Principal with Birmingham Royal Ballet. His celebrated portrayal of The Prince in Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker has become one of his signature roles, performed internationally to great acclaim.

This December, Brett will join Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists from The Australian Ballet, together with the talented dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, for a spectacular full-length performance of The Nutcracker that will delight audiences of all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December | 2 pm & 6 pm
📍 The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood
🎫 Tickets on sale now: cntury.co/CON25_THENUTCRACKER

✨ Stay tuned for further announcements about our amazing lineup of special guest artists for this upcoming production — there’s more magic to come! ✨

📸 Photos courtesy of The Australian Ballet

#BrettChynoweth #TheNutcracker #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet #theconcourse

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟 We are delig

🌟 Special Guest Announcement 🌟

We are delighted to welcome Benedicte Bemet, Principal Artist of The Australian Ballet, as one of our featured guest artists in this year’s production of The Nutcracker!

Born in Mackay and raised on the Gold Coast, Benedicte began dancing at the age of three and trained in Hong Kong before joining The Australian Ballet School at just 14. She entered The Australian Ballet in 2012 and rose swiftly to become Principal Artist in 2019.

Her acclaimed performances include Odette/Odile in Swan Lake, Juliet in Romeo and Juliet, Aurora in The Sleeping Beauty, and Clara in The Nutcracker — a role that earned her a Green Room Award nomination.

Benedicte will join Principal Artists, Soloists and Artists from The Australian Ballet, together with the talented dancers of the Tanya Pearson Academy, for this magical full-length production that will enchant audiences of all ages.

📅 Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December | 2 pm & 6 pm
📍 The Concourse Theatre, Chatswood
🎫 Tickets on sale now: cntury.co/CON25_THENUTCRACKER

✨ Stay tuned for further announcements about our amazing line up of special guest artists for this upcoming production — there’s more magic to come! ✨

📸 Photos courtesy of The Australian Ballet

#BenedicteBemet #TheNutcracker #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TheAustralianBallet #TheConcourse

☀️ Special Guest Announcement | TPA’s 2026 J

☀️ Special Guest Announcement | TPA’s 2026 Junior & Senior Summer Workshops

We are delighted to welcome Melissa McCabe, internationally acclaimed former ballerina of The Australian Ballet, the West Australian Ballet and Alberta Ballet (Canada), as a Special Guest Teacher for both our Junior and Senior Summer Workshops, running January 19–23, 2026.

Born in Sydney, Melissa trained at the Tanya Pearson Academy before joining The Australian Ballet School, where she received multiple awards for excellence and artistry. Upon graduation, she was offered a position with The Australian Ballet, marking the beginning of a distinguished professional career.

Melissa went on to perform with both the West Australian Ballet and Alberta Ballet (Canada), appearing in major classical and contemporary productions and touring widely across Australia and North America.

Now a highly respected educator and adjudicator, Melissa brings extensive professional experience and a deep understanding of classical technique and performance. She is dedicated to helping each dancer develop strong technical foundations, artistic awareness, and confidence in their individual expression.

At TPA’s 2026 Summer Workshops, Melissa will teach across both programs:
🌿 Junior Summer Workshops (ages 7–10) — The Jungle Book themed creative and classical sessions
🩰 Senior Summer Workshops (ages 11+) — Ballet, Repertoire, and Private Coaching

We are thrilled to have Melissa join our 2026 Summer Faculty, sharing her expertise and artistry with the next generation of young dancers.

🎟 Book now:
Junior Summer Workshops: https://www.trybooking.com/DGUQT
Senior Summer Workshops: https://www.trybooking.com/DGUQS

📅 January 19–23, 2026
📍 Tanya Pearson Academy, Sydney

Photo credit: Mickey van de Kerkhof

#TPA #SummerWorkshops #MelissaMcCabe #SpecialGuest #Ballet #Adjudicator #DanceTraining #TPASummerSchool #JuniorSummerWorkshops #SeniorSummerWorkshops #DanceEducation #BalletIntensive

Congratulations to all our dancers who sat their R

Congratulations to all our dancers who sat their RAD exams!
What a wonderful achievement! 🌟

We are so proud of the hard work, determination, and dedication shown by every student. Each of you has made tremendous progress this year — your commitment and love for dance truly shine through.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible teachers and staff for their exceptional preparation and support, ensuring that every dancer experienced their RAD exams with confidence and joy.

Well done, everyone — you’ve made the Tanya Pearson Academy proud!

#RoyalAcademyOfDance #TanyaPearsonAcademy #RADExams2025

☀️ International Guest Announcement | TPA’s

☀️ International Guest Announcement | TPA’s 2026 Senior Summer Workshops

We are honoured to welcome Kathryn Bennetts, one of the world’s most distinguished ballet masters, as our International Guest Artist for the 2026 Senior Summer Workshops (January 19–23).

Born in Sydney, Kathryn Bennetts trained at the Scully Borovansky School of Ballet and the Australian Ballet School before joining The Australian Ballet and later Stuttgart Ballet, where she rose to Soloist under the direction of Marcia Haydée. Her stage career brought her together with many of the world’s most renowned choreographers — Sir Kenneth MacMillan, Hans van Manen, John Neumeier, Maurice Béjart, Glen Tetley, Lar Lubovitch, Heinz Spoerli, and William Forsythe.

Following an early transition from the stage, Kathryn became a leading international teacher and ballet mistress, working with companies such as Stuttgart Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, Royal Danish Ballet, La Scala Ballet, and The Australian Ballet.

In 1989 she joined William Forsythe’s Frankfurt Ballet as Ballet Mistress, where she was instrumental in shaping the company’s daily artistic work and in staging Forsythe’s repertoire around the world — from Paris Opera Ballet to New York City Ballet and The Royal Ballet.

From 2005–2012, Kathryn served as Artistic Director of the Royal Ballet of Flanders, leading the company to international acclaim and receiving the Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Dance.

Today, Kathryn continues to coach and stage Forsythe’s masterpieces with major ballet companies globally.
Her return to Australia for TPA’s 2026 Senior Summer Workshops offers students a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience her teaching, artistic insight, and direct connection to one of the most revolutionary choreographers of our time.

🎟 Book now to be part of this exceptional experience: https://www.trybooking.com/DGUQS

📅 January 19–23, 2026
📍 Tanya Pearson Academy, Sydney

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☀️ TPA’s 2026 International Summer Workshops

☀️ TPA’s 2026 International Summer Workshops | January 19–23

We’re thrilled to announce an exceptional training experience for this year’s Senior Summer Workshops, running January 19–23, 2026!

Open to vocational ballet students aged 11 and above, this is a rare opportunity to train with our esteemed TPA Faculty and distinguished guest artists:

🩰 Kathryn Bennetts — Former Artistic Director, Royal Ballet of Flanders
✨ Melissa McCabe — Former Ballerina, West Australian Ballet and Alberta Ballet
🌟 Natasha Kusen — Former Soloist, The Australian Ballet

Exclusive Highlight:
Participants will have the extraordinary opportunity to learn Repertoire by world-renowned choreographer William Forsythe.

The comprehensive program includes Ballet, Pointe, Boys Coaching, Variations, Character, Contemporary, and Pilates — a week designed to inspire, challenge, and elevate your artistry.

Join us for an unforgettable start to your 2026 dance journey.
Places are limited – book now!
🎟 https://www.trybooking.com/DGUQS

Photo: @everlineimagery

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☀️ TPA’s 2026 Summer Holiday Junior Workshop

☀️ TPA’s 2026 Summer Holiday Junior Workshops!

We’re thrilled to announce that our 2026 Summer Holiday Junior Workshops will be inspired by the vibrant and adventurous world of The Jungle Book! 🌿

📅 Dates: January 19–21, 2026
🎓 Levels: Primary to Grade 5 (RAD or equivalent)

Join us for three days of fun, creativity, and dance — featuring Ballet, Repertoire, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Character, Musical Theatre, Conditioning, and Arts & Crafts.

Led by TPA’s esteemed faculty and special guest Melissa McCabe — former Ballerina with West Australian Ballet and Alberta Ballet — this is a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals in a nurturing environment.

✨ Places are limited – book now!
🎟️ https://www.trybooking.com/DGUQT

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✨ Special Workshop with Lisa Howell ✨ Our Ful

✨ Special Workshop with Lisa Howell ✨

Our Full-Time students had the privilege of participating in a very special Training Turnout Workshop with the incredible Dance Physiotherapist Lisa Howell. 🌟

The session gave our dancers invaluable insights into understanding and optimising their turnout safely, with practical tools and knowledge they can apply daily in their training. 🩰💪

At TPA, we are committed to providing a holistic education for our dancers — equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and awareness to optimise their training and build a resilient and long-lasting career in the dance industry. 🌹✨

Lisa is a published author and trailblazer in the area of sports science for dancers. Check out her website: https://theballetblog.com

Thank you, Lisa, for sharing your expertise and immense knowledge and for inspiring our dancers! 🙏💫

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✨ TPA Full-Time Social at Doltone House ✨ Our

✨ TPA Full-Time Social at Doltone House ✨
Our Full-Time students enjoyed a wonderful afternoon at Doltone House, celebrating their friendships, achievements, and the journey they share together. 🌟

It was wonderful to see our dancers relax, share laughter, look stunning in their outfits, enjoy a gourmet menu, and of course, light up the dance floor having fun and celebrating!💃✨

It was so special for our dancers to celebrate not only their achievements, hard work and dedication they bring to the studio each day, but also the joy of connection, community, and shared experiences beyond the studio walls. 💕

What a beautiful celebration! Such wonderful memories to treasure! 🌹

✨ Special Guest Teacher – Adult Ballet this Su

✨ Special Guest Teacher – Adult Ballet this Sunday ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome Natasha Kusen, former soloist with The Australian Ballet, as our guest teacher for tomorrow’s Adult Ballet classes (Sunday, 10am–2pm). 💫

Natasha brings extraordinary stage and teaching experience, and we’re so excited for our Adult Ballet community to learn from her artistry and expertise. 🩰

Don’t miss this special opportunity — see you in class!

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🌟 Congratulations to Sophia Hudson 🌟 We are

🌟 Congratulations to Sophia Hudson 🌟
We are so proud of Sophia for her incredible achievements at YAGP Sydney 2025, where she was named a finalist and placed in the Top 12!

From her beautiful performances, Sophia received extraordinary professional opportunities to begin her stage career — and we are thrilled to share that she has accepted a Professional Traineeship with the prestigious Alberta Ballet @albertaballetcanada 💫

This is a phenomenal milestone and a reflection of Sophia’s dedication, artistry, and exceptional talent. 💫

A huge thank you to our inspiring team of teachers, coaches, and choreographers who have nurtured and supported Sophia on her journey to the professional stage. 🙏❤️

Bravo, Sophia – we are beyond excited to see you take this next step in your career!

#YAGPSydney2025 #YAGP #YouthAmericaGrandPrix #BalletCompetition #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPAFamily #TPAPride #TPAExcellence

🌟 Congratulations to Maya Kingsmill 🌟 We ar

🌟 Congratulations to Maya Kingsmill 🌟

We are beyond proud to celebrate Maya’s incredible success at YAGP Sydney, where she was awarded 2nd place in the Senior Women’s Classical Division! ✨

Maya performed with breath taking artistry and superb quality amongst such strong talent, receiving numerous scholarships and opportunities in recognition of her potential. This achievement is a true reflection of her dedication, passion, and extraordinary talent. 💫

A huge thank you to our amazing team of teachers, coaches, and choreographers who guided Maya with the optimal preparation to shine on stage and in master classes. 🙏❤️

Bravo, Maya – you have made TPA so proud! 👏🌹

Offers received:
- Full year @theaustralianballetschool
- Full year and short term @sfballetschool
- Short term @royalballetschool
- Short term @k_ballet_academy_official
- Short term @johncrankoschool
- Short term @houstonballetacademy

#YAGPSydney2025 #YAGP #YouthAmericaGrandPrix #BalletCompetition #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPAFamily #TPAPride #TPAExcellence

🌟 Congratulations to Andy Yue 🌟 We are thri

🌟 Congratulations to Andy Yue 🌟

We are thrilled to celebrate Andy’s outstanding achievement at YAGP Sydney, where he was awarded 3rd place in the Senior Men’s Division – at only 14 years of age!

Andy’s remarkable performance and talent shone through, impressing the judges and earning him recognition amongst incredibly strong talent. This is an incredible milestone that reflects his hard work, dedication, and extraordinary potential.

A heartfelt thank you to our devoted team of teachers, coaches, and choreographers for guiding Andy with the preparation and support that allowed him to thrive both on stage and in master classes.

We are so proud of you, Andy – the future is bright! 🌟🌹

Offers received:

Short term scholarships from:
- @royalballetschool
- @johncrankoschool
- @albertaballetcanada
- @k_ballet_academy_official

And full year scholarships from:
- @theaustralianballetschool
- @sfballetschool
- @albertaballetcanada

#YAGPSydney2025 #YAGP #YouthAmericaGrandPrix #BalletCompetition #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPAFamily #TPAPride #TPAExcellence

🌟 Congratulations to our amazing TPA students a

🌟 Congratulations to our amazing TPA students at YAGP Sydney 2025! 🌟

We are so proud of each and every dancer who took the stage and represented TPA with such beautiful artistry, exquisite quality, and strong technique. ✨

It was truly inspiring to witness the way our students supported one another throughout the event — a reflection of the incredible strength of our TPA family and the supportive community we are so grateful for.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated teaching faculty for their tireless work in preparing, guiding, and nurturing each dancer to shine both on stage and in master classes. ❤️

We couldn’t be prouder of our students — you are all a credit to your dedication to excellence, your passion, and the shared love for dance! 🌹👏

#YAGPSydney2025 #YAGP #YouthAmericaGrandPrix #BalletCompetition #TanyaPearsonAcademy #TPAFamily #TPAPride #TPAExcellence

🎉 Congratulations to our YGP Sydney 2025 Finali

🎉 Congratulations to our YGP Sydney 2025 Finalists! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to announce the students who have been selected for the Finals of the Youth Grand Prix (YGP) Sydney 2025:

Junior Finalists

✨Gabby
✨Olivia

Senior Finalists

✨Lily Jones
✨Summer
✨Maya
✨Sophia
✨Andy

We wish each of them the very best of luck in their upcoming performances. 🌟✨

A heartfelt thank you also goes to our dedicated teachers and choreographers, whose expert guidance and commitment have played such an important role in preparing our students for this achievement.

#YGPSydney2025 #BalletExcellence #FutureStars #TanyaPearsonAcademy #ProudMoment #DanceJourney #BalletLife #YoungArtists